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Meltham, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Meltham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,836. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,836 Population
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
58.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,551 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,551 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,551
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population7,836
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,551
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population7,836
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates53.5931°, -1.8486°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation58.5 inches (1,485 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$45,551
Median Age40.6 years

Is Meltham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meltham receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Meltham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meltham is $45,551, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meltham is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meltham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Meltham has a population of 7,836. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (3.6%), with 2.6% Black, 73.6% Asian.

Population

7,836
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meltham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Other Languages9.9%

Social Characteristics

Meltham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meltham is $45,551, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Meltham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,551
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.1%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home26.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Meltham is $1, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Meltham, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Meltham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Meltham has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. The area enjoys 210 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates53.5931°N, 1.8486°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.1%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home26.3%

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